So
Beauty Box 5 was the cheapest beauty box subscription I could find.
(besides the quarterly ones from Target & Walmart)
it's $12/month but gets cheaper with the 3,6,12 month plans.
With a yearly subscription, it comes down to $8.25/month. (that's like 2 starbucks coffees)
And you can also submit a coupon code where they send you a previous box for free!
so if you include that, it comes down to $7.25/month. Can't beat that!
I received both my boxes today--The free box and my November box.
First, the free box. This was their August 2014 box.
(Even though they stated you get the 'previous' month's box..I somehow got their August box...
but I think August was a good box, so yay!)
Just like ipsy, Beauty Box 5 also has a 'theme' every month.
August was 'radiant and remarkable'.
Sounds very summery.
ROUX Anti-Aging Hair Serum
Full size!
Haven't tried this yet but it sounds fantastic!
It helps rejuvenate you hair to make it look younger.
My hair has become drier and frizzier it seems...as I age.
Or maybe it's from having kids. They say your hair totally changes after birth
and boy, they were right. I'm hoping this helps!
My Sample Value $11.99
(Full size value $11.99)
La Fresh Travel Lite Facial Cleansing Wipes
This will be good to keep in my purse.
Although, I may just end up using these at home.
My Sample Value ~$0.50
(Full size value $2.49 for 3 packets) *Found different prices online
Nanacoco Lip Gloss *color-mysterious
Another full size!
I like lip gloss♥ My favorite is the Rimmel brand but I'm happy to try a new brand.
I applied this on immediately after opening it.
First thought was that it felt a bit sticky. But nothing too bad.
I'll definitely use it though--I really like the color. It's a color I've never tried before.
very girly♫
My Sample Value $3.99
(Full size value $3.99)
pur~lisse Sunscreen
hmmm..too bad I received this is in November... I won't be seeing sun for a while but
I'll hang onto it until next summer!
It's a pretty good size too.
My Sample Value $16.50 (what?!)
(Full size value $55.00)
wow, quite pricey! now I'm more excited to try this. Must be a good product.
Style Essentials Nail Polish
I love nail polish! And honestly, I'll try any color!
I got a clear polish with black and white confetti mixed in. It's not glitter either.
I put on a few coats and it's kind of inconsistent with each nail.
I think this would be good as a top coat on a brighter color.
But it dried fairly quickly and it's not chipping off!
My Sample Value $1.75
(Full Size Value $7.00 for 4 colors)
So that's it for the Free Box I received.
Overall, it was a good box! 2 full size items and i'll DEFINITELY use all of these.
This box's total value (roughtly) comes to $34.00.
Very pleased and not bad at all for a free box!!
The lip gloss is great but I think my favorite item is the hair serum.
any kind of hair serum that helps me smooth out the frizz is awesome.
Now for my actual first box, the November box.
The theme is 'gracefully grounded'.
I saw and read some reviews online for this month and many were unhappy.
Let's take a look!
Laura Ashley Body Butter *scent-sweet peony
I like cream and lotions and body butter...but I'm picky with scent.
The smell is...well...not to my liking :( SUPER florally.
I don't typically go for the floral scent. I like lavender though.
I already opened it so I can't give it away so I will use it lightly so I don't smell too crazy.
My Sample Value $3.30
(Full size value $20.00 for 6 pack)
HASK Macadamia Revitalizing Shine Oil
Full Size item. (it's still pretty tiny)
I used this today after I straightened my hair and it's nice!
Instantly made my hair silky smooth and I didn't need to use too much.
Smells very nice too.
My Sample Value $2.99
(Full size value $2.99)
Nicka K New York Eyelight Crayon *color-gold
Another full size item.
Like a draw on eye shadow.
I use a lot of browns and tan colors...so gold might work for me.
My Sample Value $4.49
(Full size value $4.49)
Dove deep moisture Body Wash
Travel size..?
So some people didn't like this being included in the box.
These are the sample sizes you get for free sometimes when you buy a full size body wash.
Yea, that's true. I think I might actually have some in my bathroom.
And the fact that it's a common affordable drugstore item, chances are everyone has tried Dove already. That's true too. I subscribed to beauty boxes to try out new items and brands, so I was surprised to see this too. BUT it's great because I know I like Dove so I'll absolutely use this.
My Sample Value ~ Free~$.50
(Full size value $6.49)
DenTek Floss Picks + Case
And lastly...this. Dental floss & picks?
I find this to be an odd item to be included in a beauty box.
Sure, clean teeth are beautiful but...I feel it's a whole different genre.
You could probably get these for free from your dentist.
I personally don't like the hand held floss. I like the old school 'cut your own floss' kind.
I might give these to my husband...or better yet, these make flossing easy for toddlers!
I'll use this on my 3 year old♥
My Sample Value ~$0.62
(Full size value $2.49 for 4 count)
So, this completes the November box.
Hmmm...the best item would have to be the HASK hair oil.
Used it today and loved it.
The November Box's total value (roughly) comes to $11.90
woa!! remember, they charge $12/month (unless you get a plan) so this was not a
good month, value wise. I would be a bit upset too if I paid $12. But with my plan I pay only $8.25/month so I'm not upset. Plus I got my free box today so that makes up for it.
